Join Sean and Galli on Good Ol Hockey as they recap the thrilling NHL Playoffs Round 2 and provide insights into the upcoming Conference Finals matchups. From key series analysis like Boston vs. Florida and Dallas vs. Colorado, to debating MVPs and controversial calls, this episode dives deep into player performances and strategic gameplay. They also answer listener questions about Ovechkin's goal potential and Hart Memorial Trophy contenders. Additionally, the hosts predict who might reach the finals, discuss New York's chances of emulating their 1994 success, and preview future episodes on the draft and off-season plans. Tune in for expert analysis, spirited debates, and comprehensive hockey talk!

00:00 Welcome to The Good Ol Hockey
02:58 Weekend Vibes: From Hockey to Yard Work
06:26 Spotlight on Matt Bay Mishkoff: A Rising Star
17:34 The Leafs' New Coaching Era: Craig Berube's Impact
23:42 Playoff Deep Dive: New York vs. Carolina Series Recap
30:50 Analyzing Florida vs. Boston: Controversy and Performance
37:51 MVP and Ghost of the Series: A Deep Dive
39:32 Analyzing Player Performances and Team Dynamics
41:40 Dallas vs. Colorado Series Breakdown
49:50 Vancouver and Edmonton: A Tightly Contested Series
56:20 Fan Questions: Ovechkin's Record and Hart Memorial Trophy Predictions
01:03:54 Conference Finals Preview: Predictions and Analysis

In this episode of the Good Ol Hockey Podcast, hosts Sean and Galli dive into the thick of the NHL playoffs, including a controversy in Boston and the current state of various series. The podcast covers the ECHL's Steelheads' performance, a draft lottery excitement for the San Jose Sharks, and a detailed analysis of the ongoing NHL playoff series, highlighting teams' performances, surprise elements, and disappointments such as the Boston team. They also discuss their experiences over the weekend, touching on pet-sitting challenges and local hockey games. Additionally, they share a bittersweet tale of a fan-decided parlay bet that narrowly missed due to a hit post, illustrating the highs and lows of sports betting. Listener interaction, future plans including attending the NHL draft, and personal anecdotes from the hosts, including their anticipation for upcoming games and series predictions, are woven throughout the episode.

In episode 32 of the Good Ol' Hockey Podcast, the hosts break down the NHL playoffs, starting with the transition from round one to round two, highlighting specific wins, notable performances, and shocking outcomes. They exchange personal weekend stories and dive deep into the Toronto Maple Leafs' consistent inability to surpass the Boston Bruins in the playoffs. The discussion turns to series MVPs, the performance of various players, the impact of injuries, and the goaltending situation across the teams. Furthermore, they analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the remaining teams in round two, offering predictions for each series including Florida vs. Boston, New York vs. Carolina, Dallas vs. Colorado, and Vancouver vs. Edmonton, with a brief look ahead to the impact of the upcoming NHL draft lottery on their respective team's futures.

00:00 Introduction
02:46 Diving Deep into the Boston vs. Toronto Series
10:09 Analyzing the Avalanche's Dominance and Winnipeg's Fall
15:07 Vancouver vs. Nashville: Unexpected Turns and MVP Picks
19:10 Edmonton's Triumph and LA's Struggle: A Playoff Analysis
22:06 Dallas vs. Vegas: The Best First Round Series
25:47 Highlighting the Stars: Dallas' Key Players and Series MVP
26:53 Playoff Series Breakdown and Predictions
29:01 Deep Dive into Florida vs. Boston Series
32:45 Analyzing New York vs. Carolina: A Defensive Battle
34:12 Dallas vs. Colorado: The Showdown of Titans
39:16 Vancouver vs. Edmonton: The Canadian Clash
45:05 Round Two Predictions: Who Will Advance?
50:39 Looking Ahead: NHL Draft Lottery and Offseason Moves